Role: SEO Specialist

Work Arrangement: Fully Remote
Job Type: Full-time
Salary Range: Up to Php 80,000 per month, based on experience, with performance-based bonuses
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST

About Pearl Talent:

Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.

Why Work with Us?

We mean what we say: we’re building a different recruiting company here. We only work with exceptional founders from the US and EU who care about the long-term success of their team members. We also provide you with attainable 3, 6, 9, 12 month, and beyond retention bonuses in addition to community-oriented opportunities like an annual retreat.

About the Role

As an SEO Research Specialist at Pearl Talent, you’ll play a pivotal role in enhancing our online visibility and driving organic traffic. You’ll conduct in-depth keyword research, analyze competitor strategies, and optimize our website to improve search engine rankings and attract qualified leads.

Your Impact: Your efforts will directly contribute to increasing our website’s organic traffic, improving our search engine rankings, and ultimately generating more leads and revenue for our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Keyword Research: Conduct in-depth keyword research to identify relevant keywords and phrases used by potential customers.
• Competitor Analysis: Analyze competitors’ SEO strategies to identify strengths and weaknesses, developing strategies to outperform them.
• Data Analysis: Utilize tools like Google Analytics, SEMrush, and Google Search Console to track website performance, traffic patterns, and user behavior, providing insights for optimization.
• Content Strategy Development: Collaborate with content creators to develop SEO-friendly content aligned with keyword strategies and enhances user engagement.
• Technical SEO: Assess and implement technical SEO improvements, including site structure, page speed, and mobile optimization to enhance search engine crawling and indexing.
• Collaboration with Development Teams: Work closely with web developers to ensure SEO best practices are integrated into the website’s architecture and coding.
• Monitoring Algorithm Changes: Regularly monitor search engine algorithm updates and adjust strategies accordingly to maintain and improve rankings.
• Reporting: Prepare regular reports on SEO performance metrics, including keyword rankings, traffic sources, and conversion rates, to inform stakeholders of progress and areas for improvement.

Requirements

Must-Have:

• Strong analytical skills and data-driven approach
• Proficiency in SEO tools (Google Analytics, SEMrush, Ahrefs, etc.)
• Experience with keyword research, competitor analysis, and content optimization
• Understanding of HTML, CSS, and basic web development concepts
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with A/B testing and conversion rate optimization
• Knowledge of Google Tag Manager and Google Data Studio
• Experience with technical SEO (e.g., site audits, XML sitemaps, robots.txt)
• Certification in SEO or digital marketing

Benefits

Compensation Package:

• Competitive Salary: Up to Php 80,00 per month, based on experience and skills
• Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere
• Generous PTO: Ample paid time off to rest and recharge, including 2 weeks plus federal holidays
• Direct Mentorship: Grow through guidance from international industry experts
• Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth
• Global Networking: Work and connect with professionals around the world
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours that support a healthy work-life balance

Our Recruitment Process:

1. Application
2. Screening
3. Skills Assessment
4. Top-grading Interview
5. Interview
6. Job Offer
7. Client Onboarding

Ready to Join Us?

If this role aligns with your skills and career goals, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl.

About the company

Pearl Talent is a US-based start-up that helps the top 1% of talent worldwide land long-term roles at fast-growing companies in the US and EU.

Founded by Monty Ngan and Isaac Kassab, Pearl Talent helps operators all around the Philippines, Latin America, and South Africa get staffed into companies backed by Y Combinator, Sequoia, a16z, General Catalyst, and more.

We believe that even though opportunity isn’t created equal in the world, ambitious talent is.